Enrollment

BSc Petroleum Engineering

Is there a selection process or quota system for applicants?

There is no selection process for the Bachelor program, and there is no limited number of students who will be admitted.

When are the deadlines to submit an application and when does the semester begin?

For dates and deadlines, please consult the official Montanuniversität Leoben Calendar. Foreign students should be aware that the admission and visa processes can take several months. For this reason, it is highly recommended to send your application six months in advance.

When do I have to pay the tuition fee and which are the methods of payment?

Tuition fees are due right after registering at the university and as early as possible. Take into account that you cannot register for lectures until you pay the tuition and/or student union fee. You can only pay via transfer or deposit in an Austrian bank.

I do not speak German. Can I be admitted to the Bachelor program?

Yes, you can, if you meet all the other requirements. The university offers German courses for that purpose.

Is it necessary to pass the IELTS or TOEFL test?

Since the BSc Petroleum Engineering is held in English, it is necessary to reach an advanced English proficiency level with IELTS (minimum score 6.0), TOEFL ibt (minimum score 80) or TOEFL pbt (minimum score 550).

Can I transfer credits from another university?

Yes, you can. This will be decided by the curricular commission.

Where can I find information about the equivalence of courses from BSc programs of other universities and Montanuniversität?

You have to apply for equivalency, and the curricular commission will decide.

What qualifications are required for admission to the BSc PE?

Are all the courses that are listed on the Undergraduate Prospectus and Undergraduate Handbook offered each year or each semester?

Courses are offered each year. Winter semester courses are different from summer semester courses.

MSc Petroleum Engineering

What are the criteria taken into account for non-petroleum engineers who want to do the Master’s program in Petroleum Engineering?

Each case is considered individually. Criteria include your academic background, grades, and experience. In general, we will ask you to take 1 or 2 semesters of the BSc PE or the summer course offered by DPE as supplementary courses.

Can I go abroad while studying at Montanuniversität Leoben?

Bachelor’s Thesis

How can I get a version of the DPE logo and official thesis template?

It is recommended to use a thesis template of DPE including the logo on the cover which can be found at Downloads. Please note that the utilization of the official logo is strictly regulated. Get in touch with Office Manager Patrizia Haberl to discuss any use case besides the official template.

Master’s Thesis

Is there any sample or Powerpoint template which can be used as the basis of the thesis defence presentation?

Yes, there is an official DPE Powerpoint template which should be used by the students of the department when defending their work. The template document can be found at Downloads.

How can I get a version of the DPE logo and official thesis template?

It is recommended to use a thesis template of DPE including the logo on the cover which can be found at Downloads. Please note that the utilization of the official logo is strictly regulated. Get in touch with Office Manager Patrizia Haberl to discuss any use case besides the official template.

How long does the Master Thesis Presentation last?

The entire defence is scheduled for one hour, of which the thesis’ presentation takes about 20 minutes. Around 40 minutes are dedicated to a Q and A session led by the professors.